Two cars, one duel: Audi Q7 meets Skoda Kodiaq.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Skoda Kodiaq has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Audi Q7 costs 69300 £. That’s a price difference of around 32494 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi Q7 with 1.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs distinct better – achieving up to 123 km, about 39 km more than the Audi Q7.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q7 has a decisively edge – offering 507 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi Q7 performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 231 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q7 pulls clearly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Audi Q7 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is distinct lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers slight more room – 910 L compared to 887 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q7 performs barely noticeable better – up to 2255 L, which is about 150 L more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 noticeable takes the win – 885 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 322 kg.
The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.
detailsThe Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
69300 - 99000 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 11.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
83 - 84 km
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Electric Range
113 - 123 km
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Battery Capacity
22 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
28 - 271 g/km
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co2
9 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
5072 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1970 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1703 - 1735 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1863 - 2255 L
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Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
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Payload
640 - 885 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 507 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
500 - 770 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
170 - 373 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.